HJL36040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

HJL36040 - 40 Amp Circuit Breaker

Discover the high-performance HJL36040 – 40 Amp 3-Pole Circuit Breaker from the PowerPacT H series — designed to deliver reliable protection for industrial and commercial electrical systems. Built to respond fast to both overload and short-circuit conditions, this breaker offers peace of mind and long-term value. With its 600 VAC rating (operational up to 690 VAC at 50/60 Hz) and a breaking capacity up to 25 kA, it’s engineered to handle demanding fault conditions while keeping your installation running smoothly and safely. Whether you’re upgrading an existing panel or installing new infrastructure, this unit helps you maintain efficiency and meet critical safety standards.

Key Features and Benefits

• Thermal-magnetic sensing in each pole: Ensures accurate protection against overloads and short circuits, so you’re covered when power anomalies occur.
• High fault-handling capacity: 25 kA at 600 VAC, 65 kA at 480 VAC, and 100 kA at 240 VAC — means fewer concerns about system trips under heavy load.
• Flexible installation options: With snap-in terminal design: easily switch between busbar and lug configurations to streamline your parts inventory and simplify deployment.
• Unit-mount format: With line and load side lugs offers straightforward integration into your existing setup — no surprises, no delays.

Technical Specifications

• Rated current: 40 A
  
• Poles: 3
  
• Voltage rating: 600 VAC (operational to 690 VAC at 50/60 Hz)
  
• Breaking capacity:
  • 25 kA @ 600 VAC
  • 65 kA @ 480 VAC
  • 100 kA @ 240 VAC (UL 489)
• Trip unit: Thermal-magnetic, continuous current rating 80%
  
• Mounting: Unit mount with load and line lugs
  
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 6.42″
  • Width: 4.09″
  • Depth: 3.39″
• Weight: 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)
  
• Operating temperature range: –13 °F to 158 °F (–25 °C to 70 °C)
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

• Certifications and Standards: This circuit breaker meets a wide array of international standards and environmental requirements: UL 489, CSA, NOM-003-SCFI-2000, IEC 60947-2.
• Environmental Compliance: It carries the CE mark, is RoHS- and REACh-compliant, and is PVC-free and mercury-free. It’s also recognized with the “Green Premium” label for high environmental performance.

Where It Works Best

• The HJL36040 is ideal for systems where dependable fault protection is non-negotiable: industrial control panels, commercial HVAC systems, large-scale motor drives, manufacturing infrastructure, and any application with high fault current potential. If you’re specifying a circuit breaker that demands top-tier performance while enabling installation flexibility, this model delivers — whether you’re building a new installation or bringing an older system up to current protection requirements.